As a parent, talking to kids about politics can often feel like tricky waters to navigate. In our discomfort, it may seem easiest to avoid it altogether and pretend our kids are unaware of what is taking place in the world around them. But, discussing politics with your child can help address their anxiety, as […]
Help your child build a healthy relationship with social media
Social media is a big part of just about every teenager’s social life. It’s estimated 92 percent of teens in this country are active on at least one social media platform, such as YouTube, TikTok or SnapChat, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Social media influences youth in a variety of ways — for […]
What’s the difference between pediatrics and adolescent medicine?
When your baby was born, you will probably took him or her to a pediatrician for care. As your kids get older and start to transition to the teen years, you may be wondering if a pediatrician is still the best fit for your child’s care. According to adolescent medicine physician, Dr. Elizabeth Mason, in […]
Teenage blues vs. depression: How to tell the difference
Being a kid isn’t easy business. Children and teens face new challenges and social pressures often. Not to mention, their growing bodies are changing rapidly, which may cause feelings of sadness or frustration due to the hormonal changes associated with puberty. With all of these stressors on your child’s life, it can be difficult to […]
Kids and vaping: What every parent should know
Electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigarettes or vapes, are increasingly popular amongst teenagers. Unlike adults who may use vapes to wean themselves off cigarettes, it is many teenagers’ first entryway into using tobacco products. Dr. Crystal Cole, an adolescent medicine specialist at Akron Children’s, shares her insight on three myths related to vaping. Myth #1: […]
TikTok: A guide for parents
With so many social platforms popping up each year, it’s tough for parents to keep track of what’s what. So it’s no wonder TikTok has many of us scratching our heads over what this latest trend in social media is all about. The social network for watching, making and sharing user-generated short videos — often […]
